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TAW 317

1959 Vauxhall Cresta

Pink Petrol 2262cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,912 mi
Last recorded4,912 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2009
Typical for 1959 Vauxhall Cresta69,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAW 317
MakeVauxhall
ModelCresta
Year1959
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,262cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 22 Jun 2009 4,912 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s washer jet blocked

surface rust around car & underbody all welding repairs appear sound

Pass 22 Jun 2009 4,912 miles

Oil leak

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s washer jet blocked

surface rust around car & underbody all welding repairs appear sound

Pass 20 Jun 2008 4,912 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

border line deterioration in all rear leaf spring mounting bushes

damage to both rear shock absorber lower bolts

deterioration/corrosion in vehicle generally

fly wheel ring gear teeth worn

nearside rear inner arch top corroded & holed

vehicle heavily under sealed

Fail 12 Jun 2008 4,912 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

border line deterioration in all rear leaf spring mounting bushes

damage to both rear shock absorber lower bolts

deterioration/corrosion in vehicle generally

fly wheel ring gear teeth worn

nearside centre under sill corroded & holed

nearside front floor to chassis corroded & holed

nearside rear inner arch top corroded & holed

vehicle heavily under sealed

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Cresta?

Based on 4,159 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
292
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 118
brake binding 107
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 78
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 78
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 75
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TAW 317 is a 1959 Vauxhall Cresta in Pink with a 2,262cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1959 Vauxhall Cresta models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 69,295 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Cresta fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TAW 317, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Cresta typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 67 years old, this Vauxhall Cresta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TAW 317 registered?

TAW 317 is a 1959 Vauxhall Cresta, first registered on 15 May 1959.

Is TAW 317 safe to buy?

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